Enchanted

Like all who write, I'm enchanted by words.
their musical sounds falling on each page.
a gentle caress, or slashing of swords,
Words of upstarts or elegantly aged.

What power is found in a single word!
words so lovely, you long to simply hold.
Those inspiring adventures unfettered
or bringing a tear as sorrows unfold.

Opinions offered--thoughts without a hedge.
Happy gifts of synonyms seldom used
sunlit words within a smile's funny edge
careful to keep word's context unabused.

Often a challenge, but with many gifts
a fresh page awaits like a new-born day
inspired, my mind seeks any gone adrift--
words to enchant me and take me away.

February 12, 2023
for Constance La France's
Writing Challenged--E Words Poetry Contest
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A First Place!
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La France Avatar
February 21, 2023 at 9:41 AM
Ann, excellent poem and congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge - E Words, well done, blessings, Constance
Peck Avatar
February 23, 2023 at 8:45 AM
Dear Constance, Thank you so much!
Goldsmith Avatar
February 16, 2023 at 7:24 AM
Congratulations on your win. WOW!!! What a write. Words are so powerful. I Love This One. Have a blessed day writing away.................
Andresen Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 10:39 AM
- Words of joy... a delight to share... a pleasure to read, Ann ... congratulations on your win in the contest :) -
Agustin Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 12:37 AM
Congrats! Thanks for sharing this. God bless you.
George Avatar
February 14, 2023 at 7:21 PM
Beautiful poem on the gift of writing. Greatly enjoyed your beautiful poem. Congratulations Ann on your first place win
Poet Avatar
February 14, 2023 at 12:12 PM
Back with congratulation on your win, Ann! This was one that I found to be really enjoyable...Amazing poem.
Sangster - K Avatar
February 14, 2023 at 11:37 AM
Oh for sure so much power is found in words. I enjoyed reading your "Enchanted" Ann :-) Reads like a winner to me. (Love it! )
Poet Avatar
February 13, 2023 at 5:07 AM
Ann, this is just fantastic work that is a delight to read and take pleasure in. Your work is made even more beautiful by the wondrous diction and metaphors you employ. Win big
Buhagiar Avatar
February 13, 2023 at 2:08 AM
This is a great poem. After all, verses should have perfect word choices to enhance the poem. Best for a win.
Peck Avatar
February 18, 2023 at 10:12 AM
Thank you, Victor! I think lovely words are music to the soul.
Daniel Avatar
February 13, 2023 at 12:21 AM
This is brilliant, Ann:) enchanting to read and enjoy:)
Peck Avatar
February 14, 2023 at 8:58 AM
Thank you for your enchanting words, Jo :) I feel so lucky to love words!
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